Maria Ximena Cortada

LCSW (she/her)20 years of experienceNext available
5.0 (42)
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Hi, my name is Maria Ximena, a licensed psychotherapist, psychologist, and clinical social worker that's passionate about improving the lives of others by fostering mental health well-being. If you're seeking a therapist that works with you side by side, focusing on your strengths while intervening in areas that need attention, then you are in the right place.

By implementing evidence-based skills and supportive interactive feedback, I foster individual empowerment and self-sufficiency regardless of diagnoses.

Specialty areas include: social and generalized anxiety disorders, those facing life transitions and changes; adult relationship and work issues/ conflicts; personality struggles; individuals in narcissistic relationships of varying kinds & survivors of same; perfectionism; codependency; depression and emotional dysregulation. With nearly two decades of mental health experience, I've gained exposure in an array of settings with diverse populations and diagnoses. Currently, I hold clinical licensures in Arizona, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In addition, I'm a Florida Certified Qualified Supervisor hence have a strong interest in cultivating the professional development of our future clinicians. Other professional interest/ practice areas include: forensic psychology, criminology, aging and mental health, integrative behavioral health, psychiatric related clinical research trials, and doctoral studies. In-person appointments available in Miami, Florida.

First session

Our first session will consist of building rapport and gathering background information and relevant history. We will address what prompted you to reach out to me as well as develop general goals you'd like to attain in order to move forward in later visits.

Strengths

My focus is client-centered, recognizing individual differences, needs, and goals; therefore, I continuously assess each client's presentation, shifting as needed throughout the therapeutic process and alliance to facilitate the positive outcomes we desperately desire. My approach is 'we are in this together' but still aim to challenge, empower, and support you along the way to individual success and self-sufficiency.

Ideal clients

Young adults of 18 years and older, adults, older adults

Location

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions
10250 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33165

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  • Self Esteem

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Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (42)5 reviews
May 29, 2026

Ximena is an incredible therapist, she provides a safe environment to discuss things I’m normally not comfortable speaking about. She helps me feel seen and heard while also challenging me to consider different perspectives.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 7 with Maria
June 19, 2025

She is very understanding and easy to talk to by far my favorite therapist I’ve ever seen !

Verified client, age 18-24Review shared after session 1 with Maria
May 1, 2025

I am so grateful for Maria! She’s the best! I was so lucky to find such an amazing therapist so quickly!!

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 31 with Maria

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